Care of leather

There is sufficient oil inside, so no oil care is required when you first purchase the product. With daily use, the oil will seep out and coat the grain (surface of the leather), deepening the color and luster.

Daily maintenance

Tannin-tanned, dye-finished leather is extremely delicate. It is prone to scratches, but if you use it with care, the scratches and dirt will gradually fade and become part of the character. The best maintenance is to use it daily and give the leather a moderate amount of stimulation. We recommend daily wiping with a soft cloth or brushing.

Foschia's white wax is easily scratched, so please be careful not to remove it by dry wiping or brushing.

Moisturizing leather

If the surface becomes dry after long-term use, we recommend using a wax that has a moisturizing effect and is made up of wax and oils. SYRINX's " Natural Beeswax " is effective not only for moisturizing, but also for removing dirt and waterproofing.

Foschia does not require moisturizing until the white wax has soaked in. Please note that if you use wax or cream on your hair, the white wax will disappear.

Natural Beeswax

Maintenance of minor scratches

Shallow scratches can be made less noticeable by rubbing them with your finger or a soft cloth.

Maintenance of multiple scratches and deep scratches

If the scratches are deep or there are many of them, you can use leather cream to make them less noticeable. Be careful not to apply too much cream as it will soften the leather.

Please use a cream that is suitable for tanned leather. We recommend 1909 Supreme Cream Deluxe .

The surface of the leather is coated with a pigment, so it is resistant to scratches, dirt, and water, and does not require any maintenance other than cleaning. However, if it gets wet, wipe it off immediately and remove any dust from the surface with a soft cloth on a daily basis.

cleaning

If you have been using the product for a long time and are concerned about dirt on the surface, you can use a commercially available cleaner such as Columbus 500 .

Although it is sensitive to water and dirt, the natural patterns and shades derived from the mushrooms mean that it is a material that easily absorbs stains and dirt.

Daily maintenance

The best way to maintain your leather is to use it daily and give it a moderate amount of stimulation. We recommend wiping it dry with a soft cloth or brushing it daily.

Moisturizing leather

We recommend that you regularly clean your product with wax, which is made of wax and oils, when you first purchase it or when the surface becomes dry. SYRINX's " Natural Beeswax " is effective not only for moisturizing, but also for removing dirt and waterproofing.

For products that are bonded to cowhide, the cowhide side does not require moisturizing care at the time of purchase. For details, please refer to the "Liscio" care instructions .

Natural Beeswax

Leather products are very sensitive to water and dirt. We recommend using a waterproof spray regularly to prevent water stains and dirt from adhering to the product. (Please use at your own risk.)

However, even if you use a waterproof spray, if the product gets wet, be sure to wipe off the moisture quickly before it soaks into the leather.

Types of waterproof sprays

You can use any standard fluorine -based waterproofing spray for leather or clothing. We recommend Collonil Waterstop as it has excellent waterproofing properties.

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× Silicone
× Oil-based

Timing of care

It is most effective when used brand new at first. After that, use it regularly once every few months to maintain the effect.

Types of leather that can be used

You can use a waterproof spray on all SYRINX leather products. We recommend using a waterproof spray on dye-finished leather, as it is particularly sensitive to water and dirt.

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how to use

1. Spray on surface

Remove any dirt or dust from the surface with a soft cloth or leather brush, then spray thoroughly until the entire surface is moist. The trick is to wet it thoroughly to prevent stains caused by uneven application.

Place a stand underneath the leather item to raise it slightly above the surface before spraying, to prevent the liquid from getting onto the reverse side. To avoid leaving marks with your fingers, do not touch the surface until it is dry.

2 Spray the back side

Once dry, the color will return to its original depth, so turn the item over and spray again. Foschia leather can be sprayed with the white wax still on it. When wet, it will appear to have melted, but once dry, the white wax will return to its original appearance.

3. Dry

Dry in a well-ventilated, shady place. Although the surface may appear dry immediately, please refrain from using the product until it has completely dried over a full day.

4. Check

Drying is complete when the uneven coloring on the borders between the painted and unpainted areas has almost completely disappeared.

Dye-tanned leather is very sensitive to water and delicate. If there is enough oil inside, it is unlikely to stain if you wipe it off immediately, but if it gets wet, wipe it off as soon as possible.

If leather remains wet for a while, water will penetrate inside and cause water stains.

Water stains will gradually fade with age, but if you regularly use a fluorine- based waterproofing spray, you can reduce the chance of water stains or dirt building up.

Have you ever had your leather product get wet unexpectedly due to a sudden rain shower or spilling a drink in your bag? Water exposure can cause stains, discoloration, and deformation, so it is important to take care of it as soon as possible .

1. Absorbs moisture

Use a soft, clean cloth to gently wipe off the stains. Wiping too forcefully may cause the color to come off, so be sure to wipe gently and gently.

2. Dry in the shade

Dry in the shade in a well-ventilated place to remove any moisture that has penetrated into the leather. Keep the leather in its original shape as much as possible when drying.

Please refrain from using a hair dryer as rapid drying or over-drying may cause deformation or cracks.

3. Moisturize

Apply wax or cream to replenish the oil content. By spreading the oil over the entire surface, you can also expect water stains to become less noticeable.

Notes

It is very difficult to restore water stains and deformations. Water stains can be prevented by wiping off the stain before it soaks in, so if it gets wet , wipe it off as soon as possible . Also, be careful not to get it wet, and take precautions in advance with waterproof spray, etc.

Leather products, especially those that are dyed rather than pigmented, are very sensitive to water and delicate. We often hear of people getting their leather products wet in the following situations, so please be especially careful.

• Do not touch with wet hands due to water, sweat or disinfectant
• Do not store with cold plastic bottles or wet folding umbrellas.
• Do not spill liquids such as drinks from a water bottle.